You"re teaching 1st grade this year. What do you need to know? In a warm, conversational style punctuated with anecdotes and examples from her own classrooms, Margaret Berry Wilson reviews first graders" common developmental characteristics and shares practical know-how on topics such as:Arranging a circle, desks, and tablesChoosing and storing supplies Scheduling a child-centered day and teaching daily routines Planning special projects and field trips that maximize learning and build community Understanding the special concerns of first graders" parents and finding the best ways to communicate with them